Network Penetration Testing. Secure your infrastructure.
Your network is the backbone of your business. Misconfigurations, unpatched systems, and weak credentials create attack paths attackers exploit daily. Our experts test internal and external networks to find vulnerabilities before they become breaches.
Why network security matters
Network infrastructure continues to be a high-value target for sophisticated attackers. Outdated systems, limited segmentation, and complex environments increase exposure - putting critical assets, business operations, and regulatory compliance at risk.
Network security challenges
Today’s enterprise networks are complex, hybrid, and constantly changing. This complexity increases exposure and makes consistent security controls harder to enforce across the environment.
Legacy systems
Old servers, unpatched systems, and EOL software create easy entry points. Legacy isn't going away, but it needs protection.
Active Directory complexity
Years of accumulated permissions, nested groups, and legacy GPOs. AD is often the weakest link, and the keys to the kingdom.
Flat network architecture
Lack of segmentation means one compromised host leads to full network access. Once in, attackers move freely.
Remote access sprawl
VPNs, RDP, SSH, and cloud access points. Each remote access path is a potential entry point for attackers.
Credential hygiene
Weak passwords, shared service accounts, and cached credentials. Attackers don't hack in, they log in.
Limited visibility
What you can't see, you can't protect. Shadow IT, rogue devices, and undocumented systems create blind spots.
Perimeter erosion
Cloud, SaaS, and remote work have dissolved the traditional perimeter. Trust no network, internal or external.
Patch management
Keeping up with patches across hundreds of systems is hard. Attackers only need one unpatched vulnerability.
Detection gaps
Firewalls and IDS aren't enough. Modern attackers live off the land using legitimate tools to avoid detection.
Benefits of professional network testing
Expert-led testing that emulates real-world attack techniques to identify exploitable paths to critical systems before they can be leveraged by attackers.
Find real attack paths
We chain vulnerabilities into complete attack paths, from initial access to domain admin, just like real attackers.
Kill chain validation, privilege escalation paths, lateral movement mapping
Understand real breach scenarios, not just vulnerability counts
Active Directory testing
Deep AD assessment including Kerberos attacks, GPO abuse, delegation issues, and privilege escalation.
Kerberoasting, AS-REP roasting, DCSync, delegation abuse, ACL attacks
Protect identity infrastructure, the keys to your kingdom
Segmentation validation
Test network segmentation effectiveness. Verify that critical assets are truly isolated.
VLAN hopping, firewall rule validation, micro-segmentation testing
Validate security investments, ensure compliance controls work
Compliance evidence
Reports mapped to PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIS2. Satisfy audit requirements with professional testing.
Requirement mapping, technical evidence, remediation priorities
Audit-ready reports, compliance evidence, reduced regulatory risk
Credential testing
Password spraying, hash cracking, and credential reuse testing. Find weak authentication before attackers do.
Password policy validation, credential hygiene assessment, MFA testing
Prevent account takeover, protect against credential-based attacks
Improve security posture
Clear remediation priorities based on real-world exploitability, not just CVSS scores.
Prioritized fixes, remediation guidance, retest verification
Risk-based prioritization, measurable security improvement
Full-scope network testing services
From external perimeter to internal infrastructure, we cover the full spectrum of network security testing.
External Network Penetration Testing
Simulate an attacker perspective from the internet. Test your perimeter defenses, public-facing services, and external attack surface.
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Our methodology combines industry frameworks (PTES, NIST) with real-world attacker techniques used in advanced persistent threats.
Scoping & rules of engagement
Define scope (IP ranges, domains, systems), establish rules of engagement, and coordinate testing windows with your team.
Reconnaissance & Discovery
Map the attack surface through passive and active reconnaissance. Identify hosts, services, and potential entry points.
Vulnerability analysis
Identify vulnerabilities through automated scanning and manual analysis. Correlate findings with known exploits.
Exploitation & privilege escalation
Attempt to exploit vulnerabilities, escalate privileges, and demonstrate real-world impact through controlled attacks.
Reporting & Debrief
Comprehensive report with attack paths, business impact, and prioritized remediation. Live debrief to walk through findings.
Retesting
After remediation, we verify fixes are effective and attack paths are closed. Updated report confirms resolution.
Actionable deliverables
Decision-ready reporting that translates technical findings into business risk, supported by clear attack-path mapping and remediation guidance.
Executive summary
Board-ready overview with attack paths, business impact, and strategic recommendations.
- Risk score
- Attack path summary
- Business impact
- Strategic recommendations
Attack path diagrams
Visual representation of how we moved through your network to reach critical assets.
- Kill chain visualization
- Entry points
- Pivot points
- Target assets
Technical report
Detailed vulnerability documentation with exploitation evidence and reproduction steps.
- CVSS scores
- Screenshots
- PoC commands
- Root cause analysis
Remediation guidance
Prioritized fixes with specific configuration changes and hardening recommendations.
- Priority order
- Config changes
- Hardening steps
- Quick wins
Retest report
Verification report confirming fixes are effective and attack paths are closed.
- Fix verification
- Attack path retest
- Delta report
- Attestation letter
Live debrief
Presentation to IT, security, and executive teams with attack demonstrations.
- Attack walkthrough
- Live demos
- Q&A session
- Remediation planning
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about network penetration testing.
External testing simulates an internet-based attacker targeting your public-facing services: VPNs, web servers, mail gateways, and exposed ports. Internal testing simulates a threat actor who already has a foothold inside your network: a compromised employee, malicious insider, or post-breach scenario. Most organizations need both for comprehensive coverage.
We use controlled testing techniques designed to minimize disruption. We coordinate testing windows with your team, avoid denial-of-service attacks unless specifically scoped, and have emergency contacts established. In 11+ years of testing, we've never caused an unplanned outage.
External testing typically takes 3-5 days. Internal testing takes 5-10 days depending on network size. Active Directory assessments add 3-5 days. Comprehensive internal + external + AD testing for a mid-size organization usually takes 2-3 weeks.
Yes, AD security is a core capability. We test for Kerberoasting, AS-REP roasting, GPO abuse, delegation attacks, ACL misconfigurations, certificate services (ADCS) vulnerabilities, and privilege escalation paths. AD is often the fastest path to domain admin.
For internal testing, we need network access equivalent to a standard employee: a workstation or laptop connected to your network, either on-site or via VPN. We can test from your office or remotely via secure tunnel. Credentials are not required for black-box testing, but can accelerate gray-box scenarios.
Yes, segmentation validation is included. We attempt to move between network zones, test firewall rules, and validate that critical assets are actually isolated. This is crucial for PCI DSS scope reduction and protecting high-value targets.
Both. We use industry-standard tools for reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning, but the real value is in manual testing: chaining vulnerabilities, exploiting trust relationships, and finding attack paths that automated tools miss. Our testers have OSCP, OSCE, and CREST certifications.
Network penetration testing satisfies requirements in PCI DSS (11.3), SOC 2 (Common Criteria), ISO 27001 (A.14.2.8), NIS2 (security testing), HIPAA (technical safeguards), and most cyber insurance policies. Our reports include compliance mapping.
Discovered credentials (passwords, hashes, certificates) are documented as vulnerabilities and handled securely. We don't retain credentials after the engagement. If we crack password hashes, we report weak password patterns without including the actual passwords in the final report.
Yes, we typically test during business hours to simulate realistic attack scenarios. For internal testing, daytime testing also catches configuration issues that only occur during normal operations. We can adjust testing windows if you prefer off-hours testing.
Network security specialists
Our testers hold advanced certifications and have real-world experience in network security and Active Directory attacks
Attackers don't wait for your next audit.
Your network is under constant attack. Misconfigurations, weak credentials, and unpatched systems create paths to your most critical assets. Our network security experts help you find and fix vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them.